Hayward Flat
Hayward Flat is a national forest campground in California. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- California
- Coordinates
- 40.87444, -122.76917
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Boating, Camping, Day Use Area, Fishing, Interpretive Programs, Swimming Site, Water Sports
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 530-275-8113
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Hayward Flat
Overview Hayward Flat is one of the most popular campgrounds on Trinity Lake, offering excellent lake access and plenty of shade from Ponderosa pines and Douglas firs. Located on one of the best arms of the lake for water skiing, Hayward is favored by visitors interested in water sports. Relics from the area's Placer mining history are scattered throughout the campground, with interpretive signs providing explanations. Recreation A boat ramp and marina are located 3 miles away, but mooring may be available at the campground. Popular activities include power and non-motorized boating, fishing, swimming and water skiing. Anglers can fish for catfish, as well as a variety of bass, trout and salmon. Facilities The 98-unit family campground is comprised of 5 loops. The Dogwood and Elderberry loops provide lake views and informal mooring for boats. Every campsite has a paved spur, table and campfire ring. Most campsites also provide a bear-proof food storage locker. Additional amenities include flush toilets and drinking water. The site also offers an amphitheater with educational interpretive programs offered seasonally. Program dates and times will be posted at the campground. Natural Features The Shasta-Trinity is the largest national forest in California with a diverse landscape ranging from 1,000 to 14,162 feet. The 2.1 million acre forest encompasses five wilderness areas, hundreds of mountain lakes and 6,278 miles of streams and rivers. Trinity Lake sits at an eleva
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Pilot Travel Centers LLC · 42 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Campora · 14 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 196 designated routes (232 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Camp | National forest camping area | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Hayward Flat Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Hayward Flat Cg-F | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Alpine View Campground | Private campground | 0.8 mi | — | — |
| Alpine View Campground | National forest campground | 0.9 mi | — | No hookups |
| Ridgeville Island Cg-F | National forest campground | 2.1 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.